8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 (16 oz.) can barbecued beans
2 tbsp. instant onion or chives
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce (optional)

Beat cream cheese with mixer until fluffy. Blend in remaining ingredients and chill. Serve with pieces of crisp raw vegetables (celery, carrots, cucumber, zucchini, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, etc.) or crackers. Makes 2 1/2 cups.